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Linked: Air pollution and Eczema

The Dermatology Digest

levels is associated with a doubling in eczema rates among residents, according to data from hundreds of thousands of adults published in PLOS ONE. Overall, 12,695 participants (4.4%) were diagnosed with eczema. air pollution in their zip code, people were more than twice as likely to have eczema. micrometers and smaller.)

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SLIDESHOW: Recent Data from LEO Pharma on Chronic Hand Eczema

Dermatology Times

LEO Pharma has recently conducted several studies on the impact of chronic hand eczema (CHE). To read more about research and expert insights into hand eczema, explore our interactive digital supplement featuring an exclusive deep-dive into the state and future of chronic hand eczema care. References 1.

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Cracking the Code on Chronic Hand Eczema

Dermatology Times

Chronic hand eczema poses diagnostic challenges and impacts quality of life, but emerging JAK inhibitors offer promising new treatment options.

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Eyelid Eczema (Eyelid Dermatitis) Prevention & Treatment Options

West Lake Dermatology

Eyelid eczema, also known as eyelid dermatitis, is a skin condition that affects the delicate skin around the eyes. What is Eyelid Eczema (Eyelid Dermatitis)? What is Eyelid Eczema (Eyelid Dermatitis)? Eyelid eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that specifically affects the skin around the eyelids.

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Can Adopting a Dog Stave Off Eczema in At-Risk Kids?

The Dermatology Digest

Having a dog at home may help to prevent eczema in children who are genetically prone to the condition, a new study suggests. Children with a change in their DNA that increases their chance of developing eczema were less likely to have the condition if they were exposed to a dog in early life, the researchers report.

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Investigating the Use of Topical Ruxolitinib in Chronic Hand Eczema

The Dermatology Digest

Significantly more patients who applied ruxolitinib cream 1.5% (Opzelura, Incyte) twice daily achieved Investigator’s Global Assessment-Chronic Hand Eczema (IGA-CHE) treatment success at Week 16 when compared to patients who received vehicle.

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Survey: Chronic Hand Eczema Affects Patients’ Emotional, Social and Occupational Well-Being

The Dermatology Digest

dermatology providers agree that moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema (CHE) has a strong impact on patients work and home life, according to the second phase of the survey sponsored by LEO Pharma Inc. Ninety-five percent of U.S. See Part 1 of the survey here.) The toll on their self-confidence and mental well-being can be overwhelming.

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